College of Education

Language & Literacy

Description

The Language & Literacy graduate program is guided by an understanding of literacy
as a developmental process. Coursework emphasizes theories of literacy as a socio-cultural
practice where student engagement with texts and literacy tasks are central to effective
instruction.

This philosophy and pedagogical approach translates into learning environments where
students are encouraged to take intellectual risks, curriculum is built on student
experience, texts are matched to student interests and aptitude and assessment represents
a complex understanding of literacy development. Our faculty believe that an environment
rich in opportunities to read, write, speak, view, and navigate text fosters lifetime
habits of learning, critical thinking, cultural awareness, and global sensitivities.

Application Materials

College Transcripts – Send unofficial copies of all transcripts to the Texas Tech
Graduate School at graduate.admissions@ttu.edu. The transcripts must be in PDF format and no larger than 2 MB. Multiple attachments
per email will be accepted. Grade reports or unofficial transcripts from university
web portals will not be accepted. Please redact the Social Security Number anywhere
it appears on your transcript. If documents are written in a language other than English,
a copy of a complete and official English translation must be provided with the original
language records.

* Official transcripts will be required during your first semester if you are admitted
to your desired program.

* International applicants will need to submit additional materials. Please review
the Graduate School website for more information.